The secretary shall refer the complaint and the answer to the arbitration committee for investigation, findings, and recommendation on the matters complained of. Upon receipt of same, the secretary shall transmit the findings and recommendation of the arbitration committee to the consumer and to the seedsman, seed producer, or seed dealer by United States registered mail. The investigation of the committee may be discontinued at any time if the consumer and the seedsman, seed producer, or seed dealer satisfy the complaint and the consumer requests that it be withdrawn.

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 38-12A-24

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.

Source: SL 1988, ch 314, § 23.